7TNeuro Image - 3D TOF 3 SLAB MT FS FA 25 Human Head TE = 2.4 TR = 21.0

Research Scheduler

View the scheduler to book your next research MRI scan.

7T Neuro Images - Sagittal T2 CUBE TE = 77.7 TR = 2500.0

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Submit a new proposal form to notify the MRRF of your upcoming research MRI study.

GE 3T Premier MRI Scanner

40

Years of Iowa MRI

GE 3T MAGNUS Head Only MRI Scanner

4

Number of research dedicated MRI scanners

7T Human MRI scanner

2004

MR Research Facility established

Facility Description

The Magnetic Resonance Research Facility (MRRF) has scanners located in both the hospital and research buildings on the campus of the University of Iowa. The clinical research scanner is housed in an 8,000 square foot state-of-the-art MR facility. This facility is on the lower level of the Pappajohn Pavilion within the University of Iowa Health Care. There are five offices housing scientific staff of the MRI Center and a conference room.

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Events

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Pain Interest Group Workshop - Walter Saide, PhD

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 9:00am to 10:00am
Medical Education Research Facility

Mutation of PRKAR1B produces robust deficits in neurodevelopment, learning, and nociception

Presented by Walter Saide, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Scholar in Dr. Stefan Strack's Lab

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Study Hall

Wednesday, October 8, 2025 10:00am to 12:00pm
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
The Museum of Natural History welcomes students each week for a study session in our galleries. We'll provide the snacks, cushions, and ambiance. You bring your planners, textbooks, or assignments. Together, we'll stay ahead of our goals this semester.
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Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Seminar: Dr. Brad Webb

Thursday, October 9, 2025 10:30am to 11:20am
Medical Education Research Facility

This event is open to the public.

"Cell Biology of Metabolism: Structural and Functional Insights into a Glycolytic Enzyme"

Bradley Webb, PhD
West Virginia University Health Sciences Center

Faculty Host: Anthony Pedley, PhD

Webb Lab | https://medicine.hsc.wvu.edu/biochemistry/research-labs/bradley-webb/

Need directions?

MR Research Facility is located in the Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building (PBDB).